We’re back from a life changing trip to the Holy Land and the trip was nothing less than awesome. I went with great expectations and as usual God took those expectations to a higher level than I could imagine! When I got off the plane in Tel Aviv, I had no pre-conceived ideas about what it would be like. The people were friendly, and welcomed me with open arms. I spent my first night in Netanya, Israel which is just north of Tel Aviv on the coast of the Mediterranian Sea. The rest of our group arrived about 2 a.m. at the Blue Bay Hotel and Spa.
We got up Wednesday morning and had our breakfast, then we began our tour of Israel. We drove to Caesarea Philippi and toured the Ampitheater which was amazing. Then the Hippodrome where chariot races were held on the coast of the Mediterranian. From there we headed north to Mt. Carmel and visited where Elijah made his stand against the false prophets of Baal. It was a great morning weather wise, and we drove from Mt. Carmel to Meggido where Solomon’s Stables were located. From there it was off to Tiberias on the Sea of Galilee where we checked into the Golden Tulip Hotel.
While in Tiberias we visited so many sites of Biblical History such as the Mount of the Beatitudes, Capernaum, Tabgha, and Mensa Christi which are all locations that Jesus went during His early ministry. We saw where Jesus fed the 5000 with the loaves and a few fish. We saw where He healed Peter’s mother in law, and so many wonderful land marks. The place is rich with history! We spent a couple of days touring the area, then it was off to Jericho to visit the ancient city where the walls were literally sucked down into the earth when the men blew their trumpets and shouted praises to God! From Jericho we made our way to Jerusalem where we spent the rest of our tour around the Holy City.
I could literally write a book on the experience, but you have a Bible so you can read it anytime you wish. We will be going for an annual tour with those who would like to experience this beautiful country. After a short 11 days I headed back to Tel Aviv to begin my journey home. I can’t wait for my next visit. Naturally the site that changed my life and stirred a passion for Christ was the visit to Golgotha, and the empty tomb! You gotta go with us so watch for details in early 2008 so you can save up for the trip. You don’t want to miss it!
Keep on believing,
RB
Last Updated: December 18th, 2007 |